MYRModel Year Report

2005 Mercedes Benz S600

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2005 Mercedes Benz S600
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:57:54.565Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1993: 1 complaint 1993 1994: 1 complaint 1995: 4 complaints 1995 1997: 1 complaint 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2003: 6 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2 2006: 1 complaint 2007: 5 complaints 2007
1993: 1 complaint 1993 1994: 1 complaint 1994 1995: 4 complaints 1995 1997: 1 complaint 1997 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2002 2003: 6 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2 2006: 1 complaint 2006 2007: 5 complaints 2007
1993: 1 complaint 1993 1994: 1 complaint 1994 1995: 4 complaints 1995 1997: 1 complaint 1997 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2002 2003: 6 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2 2006: 1 complaint 2006 2007: 5 complaints 2007

2005: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19931
19941
19954
19971
200138
200211
20036
20044
20052
20061
20075

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine

2 of 2 total reports mention: engine.

Show complaint excerpts

2005 have the same exact problem for 2004 recall but Mercedes Benz dose not want to take responsibilities. The active body control's (Abc) high pressure distribution hose due to extensive exposure to humidity causing deterioration of the hose.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-04-29

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling

Engine almost started on fire after oil started pouring out of oil cooler. Had car towed to garage where they diagnosed the leaking oil cooler. One problem after another with this car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-17

Suspension

1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2005 Mercedes Benz S600 — pre-purchase inspection

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  • Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2005 Mercedes Benz S600 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mercedes Benz S600?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Mercedes Benz S600 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.